Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Pathology Residency Program at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is designed for the training of residents in anatomic and clinical pathology, and is fully accredited. The program offers comprehensive resident education, aided by over 85 faculty across various sub-specialties, a rigorous curriculum, and a commitment to research. The program is IMG-friendly, accepting graduates from both U.S. and international medical schools while ensuring a supportive environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pathology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts candidates who are graduates of approved medical schools in the U.S. or Canada, and for International Medical Graduates (IMGs), they must meet certain requirements, including permanent resident status with work authorization or meet eligibility for a J-1 Visa through the ECFMG Exchange Visitor Sponsorship Program. There are indications that the program welcomes IMG applicants by stating preferences and requirements specific to them.
Categorical Positions
16
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 residency positions (PGY-1) available each year, program accredited for 16 residency positions (PGY-1 thru PGY-4), also offers 8 fellowships in various subspecialties.
Program Website
Address
6100 Optometry Clinic & Health Sciences Faculty Office Building, 1664 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210
Program Director
Surentha Naidoo
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has 4 PGY-1 residents. Overall, there are 16 residency positions accredited across all years of training from PGY-1 through PGY-4, reflecting a structured approach to pathology education.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The core AP/CP curriculum is a 4-year program that combines Anatomic and Clinical Pathology training. Residencies in either straight anatomic or clinical pathology are also offered to selected candidates, leading to eligibility for certification examination by the American Board of Pathology.
Application
Applications are accepted only through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and must be received by November 1 for appointments beginning July 1 of the following year. Residency candidates must be graduates of approved medical schools in the U.S. or Canada.
# of Locations
The residency program does not specify the number of clinic or hospital locations, but it's implied that residents will have access to the facilities at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Fellowship
The program offers fellowships in several specialty areas, including Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine, Cytology, Dermatopathology, Gastrointestinal and Liver, Hematopathology, Surgical Pathology, Renal Pathology, and Clinical Informatics, which is in partnership with the department of internal medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
The program at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center offers multiple educational opportunities with a 100% first-time board pass rate for the past 5 years and is backed by over 85 faculty members in multiple sub-specialties.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program is typically a 4-year program (PGY-1 to PGY-4) based on the standard structure of AP/CP training.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Health insurance with several plans, malpractice insurance, life insurance, $2500/year for education materials and attendance at national meetings, generous retirement plan, extensive study slide sets.
PGY-1 Salary
66439
Vacation
PGY-1 & 2: 10 days/year + one week over the holidays; PGY-3 & 4: 15 days/year + one week over the holidays.